Should You Reduce Strength Training When Time Crunched? | GTN Coach's Corner

[@obikedog]

Love all the expert advice. One thing I'd add regarding strength training: it is beneficial for more than just injury prevention. It enhances muscle recruitment and neuromuscular development. So low rep/high weight sessions, though not sport-specific, are proven in many studies to significantly enhance performance. That said I completely agree three sessions per week is stretching it for any endurance athlete.

[@magnemmar4869]

"You gotta train before you overtrain!", watched David Goggins once

[@larrylem3582]

Every answer in this video made a lot of sense. Nice and straightforward.

[@automotive474]

6:29 amazing and comprehensive answer thanks so much. I've gone on and purchased a watch with built in power meter, for various other reasons. Ater I figured out what "zone 2", "tempo" etc corresponded to in terms of power for me I found it super useful, HR takes a while to settle, pace ALSO does that, because of GPS. So, even though I'm not using power to guide my training zones it's sometimes the only metric in my display now.

[@EdwardEast-x1j]

Completed my first half marathon the other day! Really happy what I achieved, 1.55! Looking to do some more race and will be looking to pick up a bike soon as I'd like to get into triathlons!

[@funkyfinnegan]

Personal thoughts on run power meters(Stryd in my case): Once you establish the correlation between pace and power, training with only the power meter is extremely efficient especially going up and down hills and gives you instant feedback unlike GPS. I had big GPS issues on my last HM and went to the power data field on my watch and it was terrific.

[@strengththenics8495]

Can stryde measure accurate in power??? Give best data or not?

[@funkyfinnegan]

I think yes

[@wave1performance]

Strength training is critical for long term development and injury prevention, but amount of time is greatly dependent on life factors such as sleep, stress load (not just physical), etc.

[@Aeronwor]

When I started running I also felt I got fatser on the bike (I started a cyclist, then came to triathlon through adding running). I thought this was because it was mixing up my training, adding another stimulus, while my bike training was turning into more of the same stuff, thanks for the different perspective.

[@Pienimusta]

All for the gains

[@berlinII]

How would I know that I'm traing with weight is more than enough or not?

[@benniekek5118]

Hey there love the show. My question is I have now been swimming coming upto 2yrs. When I swim any more than 600m pool or open water I get a bad stomach. Gas mainly. It makes events so tough with stomach pain throughout the bike and swim. I know it's because I am swallowing air when I swim but I just can't find any info how to stop this. I have tried slowing my pace from my 70.3 pace which is 1.40/100m. To 2:00/100m but it makes no difference. Any advice welcome

[@minte0407]

I have this same problem and it might be that you're not exhaling enough, I'm guilty of this as well. I'm not actually sure about it, but I try to make a conscious effort to a) exhale more forcefully and b) sometimes breathe every 4th stroke (I breathe every 2nd) while also exhaling more forcefully. I don't breathe every 4th very often: maybe once a pool length, sometimes I don't breathe right after a turn (because usually I do) and whenever I remember to do it in open water. This has actually helped me, I can swim 4k without the stomach issues when 1k used to be a problem.

[@movementisenergy]

Hi! Now during my off season I’m running three days a week and doing two weekly strength training sessions (3+2). I’m not sure whether I will run 4 or 5 days a week during my marathon training. What are your thoughts of incorporating strength training into marathon training schedule? Is it better to have a 4+2 ( 5+1, in case of 5 running days) schedule or is it better to lift on running days (after running) in order to have additional rest days? I would prefer 4+2 or 5+1 approach, but then I will have fewer rest days, right? I would really appreciate your answer. Thanks a lot! Btw, I was heavily overtrained for two years a couple of years ago. Since my complete recovery, I have already run some relatively successful races, but I am paying my attention to the intensity of my training (before overtraining I always thought that training more is always better, not sure about that now).

[@dakilamoty]

#gtncoachescorner I had barely enough sleep yesterday because of life (work). A Key session workout is supposed to be scheduled for Today. My question is do I push through with the Key workout even with lack of sleep or forgo that for more rest/recovery. Should I still at least do something with lower intensity instead? Thank you very much for any input. From DakilaMoty

[@Palms89]

#gtncoachescorner #timesensitive love the show and all the content, so helpful for someone new to the sport. It's been a long time goal of mine to complete an olympic tri and also to run a marathon. I am a competent runner, clocking >30km per week, and cycle 20km to and from work every day, however I can swim 2km breastroke but barely 100m front crawl. I have signed up to run the Sydney Marathon in September and am contemplating taking on an Olympic tri at the end of November. I'm focussing on my running for the Marathon at the moment but conscious the tri is not far behind. Am I being overly ambitious trying to tick these off in succession? Is it feasible for me to build up my swim endurance to complete the tri, while also maintaining fitness in the other sports? Should I just revert to breastroke during the swim? any tips?!

[@drewcheap4144]

I am fully aware that I am getting ready to ask an impossible question where many assumptions must be made and conclusions drawn with insufficient data. I want to know how long it would take at my current fitness to train and be ready for a 70.3. I recently completed my first sprint distance triathlon and completion was not too difficult. I currently swim about 5k m/week, bike 50 mi/week, and run 18 mi/week. Can you make some wild assumptions on how close to ready I am and how long it may take to get there? I love the channel and credit most of my progress thus far to the videos!

[@larrylem3582]

Do you mean to just finish a 70.3 or finish in a certain time?

[@drewcheap4144]

@@larrylem3582 yeah finish at all

[@lg.studio]

#gtncoachescorner I have recently read a book about breathing, and that how bad and unhealthy breathing through the mouth is (supported by scientific research). The past half year I have managed to train myself to breath only through my nose while running and cycling, but I cannot even take a breath through my nose while swimming. How do the pros breath? Is it even possible to breath through a nose while swimming?

[@lwittrock1]

Running can help you improve your cycling but it's not better training for cycling. It's a great cross train to improve overall.

[@rundown132]

On the flipside I dont think cycling helps with running too much

[@ljadf]

I agree, with one caveat, if you're not already at a high level on the bike, running will improve your cardiovascular fitness, which for longer distances will greatly improve your overall time on the bike.

[@jobanski]

#gtncoachescorner Help me Obi-wan (Heather, James & Mark) Kenobi you’re my only hope! This year,THIS YEAR, I’m really getting myself organized and consistent with regards to training. I’ve kept myself consistently training, I’ve created a weekly plan, I’ve incorporated strength & conditioning, and have made serious efforts to improve my nutrition. I have really worked hard to balance employ, family, training, and recovery. HOWEVER! I think I have an issue with the environment I train/race in; it’s too hot and humid. I’m sure the temperature would be just fine for Heather, but it sucks me dry and I end up not being able to maintain a desired consistent pace (easy runs or races). Doesn’t matter what time of day I run I end up really suffering. If the elements are my only tool how can I get better acclimated to perform in this “H-E-double hockey stick” heat and humidity? Love the content! Rock on!

[@jobanski]

Oh and during the Spring time I was making improvements in my overall training performance/effort/feeling. Summer is where I’ve notice a decline in performance.

[@debrascott8775]

Wow! Terible advice on strength training! 10 min 3x a week? 😂

[@mybikeismyhappyplace]

Push ups: 10-15 reps at top of each minute for 10 min (100-150) Pullups. As many as possible on every 3rd minute for 5 sets (15 min) Squats: 25-50/set with sets every other minute for 5 sets (125-250 squats) May not be everyone's ideal S&C plan, but it could tide over for 12 wks while you push for race conditions or need more endurance volume

[@ironmanstrong6359]

terrible advice on strength training. in coming years, watch the swim bike run volume decrease and strength training volume increase